Biwa, Portland, OR

Portland, ORWhat you’re getting: House hybrid ramen broth with smoked pork shoulderIt’s easy to look past Biwa with Portland’s wealth of ramen options. And also because they don’t have a sign. But after seven years, the city’s trailblazing ramen-ya is still ladling out the best ramen in town from the basement of an old church. The hybrid pork/chicken/tare broth is a solid defense against Portland’s relentlessly grey climate, and a ton of other izakaya and sushi options have you covered in the warmer months. – Thrillist